Dylan Thomas was a poet and writer who was born in Wales. He was known for his profound work, which he wrote from a young age. By the age of 21, he was considered to be the leading Anglo-Welsh poet in his time. One of his most famous works is “Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night.”
Oak trees are found throughout the world, mostly in the northern hemisphere. Nations revere the tree, which is known as the “king of the forest.” The Celtic world, which is known for its connection to nature, has a particular relationship and fondness for the tree.
From Highland Gatherings to jazz festivals and everything in between, there is something for everyone to do this month, whether you want to embrace your own Celtic roots or learn more about Celtic culture. If you know of any upcoming events, either in April or otherwise, please reach out!
“Peppa Pig: Peppa Loves St. Patrick’s Day” tells the tale of
Peppa Pig’s adventure in Ireland with her family to celebrate St. Patrick’s
Day. When the St. Patrick’s Day festival is canceled due to the musicians not
having their instruments, Peppa and her family save the day with souvenir
instruments they bought.
While this book has a bird’s-eye view of how the holiday is celebrated, it fails to have any substance on why the holiday is celebrated. This may be good for younger readers, but it is still important to teach kids about holidays from a young age. Kids can learn new things, even at a really young age, and learning about different cultures and why they celebrate certain holidays is crucial.
